El Alba Airport

SCAB

La Lumbrera, CL

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

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Currently using: SCEL
Weather Source: Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCEL)
Distance: 30nm / 55km from SCAB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
2 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
16,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCEL 180700Z 17002KT 9999 BKN160 16/12 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 450 ft
BKN 16,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,450 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

El Alba Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 16,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 16000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (450 ft)
Pressure Alt
428 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 656 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCEL 180436Z 1806/1906 15004KT 8000 SCT140 BKN170 TX23/1819Z TN14/1810Z TEMPO 1808/1813 34004KT 2000 BR BKN005 BKN010 BECMG 1814/1816 5000 BR SCT008 BKN015 BECMG 1816/1818 9999 NSW SCT020 BKN170 BECMG 1818/1820 20013KT BKN170 BECMG 1901/1903 14004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 150° 4 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 17,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR 340° 4 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 17,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CAB
9
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 27
1,673 ft 56 ft GRASS
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Alba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCAB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 450 ft MSL

Location

City: La Lumbrera
Country: CL
Latitude: -33.658694°
Longitude: -71.289877°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 1,673 ft
Width: 56 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No

About El Alba Airport

El Alba Airport (SCAB) is located in La Lumbrera, CL at an elevation of 450 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (9/27), with the longest at 1,673 feet.

Airport Overview

El Alba Airport serves La Lumbrera in CL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (9/27) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 1,673 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SCAB, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.